The nurse maintains current information about agencies whose services are of potential use to the disabled and directs clients to the resources that can meet their needs. The role of the nurse is
1. Educator
2. Caregiver
3. Referral agent
4. Advocate
ANS: 3
This is the process of directing clients to the resources that can meet their needs.
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